Council Bluffs police say a carjacking incident ends with one woman in the hospital, evidence on fire and a suspect on the loose.

Investigators say around 1:25 a.m. a couple left their vehicle running outside the Bucky's gas station near 35th Street and West Broadway. While the couple was inside, a man got into the car and started to drive off.

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Officers say a woman ran outside, trying to stop the suspect. That's when the suspect ran into her. Police say the woman will be alright, but she was taken to the hospital.

Within the hour, Omaha police found a car burning near 17th and Lake streets. Council Bluffs police confirm it is the stolen vehicle.